Fire at Lake Gaston Home | Fayetteville News

Fayetteville News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 5, 2026 · 1m

A massive fire erupted at Lake Gaston on July 5th, sending flames sky-high and visible for miles—luckily, no one was home to be hurt. Fire marshal Greg Henry confirmed it was an accidental blaze sparked by improperly extinguished fireworks, and he urged the public to stop spreading rumors. Multiple fire departments, including Churchill Five-Forks, Macon Rural, and Hawtree, along with the Sheriff’s Office and Halifax Electric, responded swiftly. Though the home was a total loss, everyone is safe—a sobering reminder to handle fireworks with care and to have emergency services ready to act…